R.I.P. (REST IN PIZZA)

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I'm always changing recipes to suit my healthy lifestyle. This pizza is light but full of flavor thanks to fresh ingredients and a blend of seasonings.-Julie Stoner, Peoria, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 30

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-2/3 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 to 2-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
HEART-Y BLOOD SAUCE:
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon finely shredded carrot
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
TOPPINGS:
1 large green pepper, finely chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple
1 cup finely chopped fully cooked ham
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
1/4 cup shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, oil, salt, lemon juice and all-purpose flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough whole wheat flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and rest for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. , Roll dough into a 15-in. circle. Transfer to an ungreased 14-in. pizza pan, building up edges slightly. Do not let rise. Bake at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned., Spread sauce over crust. Top with peppers, onion, pineapple, ham and cheeses. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 537mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges